Viju Mangalore- Daijiworld News Network - Mangalore
Mangalore, Apr 27: Amidst huge gathering of curious relatives, friend and well-wishers, the Dinesh-Ashwini couple entered wedlock under a pipal tree adorned with simple attire and no regular traditions.
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On Wednesday evening, the open ground at Bangra Kulur became witness to one of the every unique marriage ceremonies of this decade.
The much talked about wedding had a host of dignitaries including the deputy commissioner of DK district H V Parshwanath.
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Under the decorated pipal tree and the stage illumined by Diyas the two-hour wedding celebration contained only exchange of garlands and the wearing of the Karimani. All throughout the ceremony, the women sang wedding songs (Shobane).
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Simplicity was the key word here but what was more enthusing was that everyone who attended the wedding had a gift-a book. A special book counter was set up at the venue where one could obtain books to be presented to the couple.
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Under the leadership of Dr M Mohan Alva, chairman Alvas Education Trust and senior scholar Prof Amrith Someshwar, this simple and unique wedding took place.
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